YouTube Channel Manager

DFL; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in electric motorsport seeks a YouTube Channel Manager to enhance their online presence. The role focuses on developing innovative content strategies, managing the YouTube channel, and engaging a global audience with a passion for sports and sustainability.

Benefits

Range of benefits for professional growth

Qualifications

• Expertise in YouTube content management and best practices.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.
• Passion for sports and digital media.

Responsibilities

• Manage the YouTube content calendar and optimize published content.
• Oversee video editors/agencies from briefing to feedback.
• Collaborate with the Business Intelligence team for insights.

Skills

YouTube best practice

Creative thinking

Interpersonal skills

Content strategy

Digital media

Job description

YouTube Channel Manager

We are looking for a new YouTube Channel Manager to super-charge our content and thrill our subscribers with innovative and engaging content for Formula E!

About Formula E:

Formula E, the world's fastest-growing sport, is redefining motorsport with a bold focus on innovation and sustainability.

Hosting over 100 races in iconic cities globally and backed by top manufacturers like McLaren, Porsche, and Jaguar, we feature elite drivers and cutting-edge EV technology. As the world's first sport certified Net Zero Carbon from inception, Formula E combines thrilling entertainment with a mission to advance sustainable progress, inspiring a global fanbase with our high-performance brand new GEN3 EVO race car capable of 0-60mph in 1.82 seconds (0-100kph in 1.86s).

Using the spectacle of sport, we are sending a powerful and meaningful message to help alter perceptions and speed-up the switch to electric mobility.

Welcome to the home of Global Electric Street Racing.

The Role:

In this new role, the YouTube Channel Manager will super-charge our content and thrill our subscribers with innovative and engaging content, making Formula E a leader in YouTube content within the sports industry.

Reporting to the Senior Social Media Manger, you will be instrumental in managing the day-to-day management of our YouTube channel, working with freelancers and agencies to execute against our strategy.

Key responsibilities:

• Channel management superstar: Take ownership of the day-to-day channel management by ensuring the content calendar is up to date, content is published and optimised, as well as engaging our audience.
• Agency/Freelancer/In-house management: Manage all video editors/agencies from the briefing to the feedback stage, as well as design output for thumbnails and community engagement.
• Insights and analysis acumen: Work with the Business Intelligence team to find insights and improvements for how the channel is managed and how content is performing.
• Fostering an online community: Build, moderate and foster a community across live and non-live output.
• Third party support: Work closely with key stakeholders including creators, broadcasters, publishers, and internal teams.

What we're looking for in you:

• Platform and Content expert: An expert in YouTube best practice with an understanding of the role of YouTube in the wider content strategy.
• Creative thinker: Able to ideate innovative content concept designs for YouTube ensuring all content is optimised for search and is as discoverable as possible.
• Collaborative Spirit: A highly collaborative and team-oriented individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building strong relationships across different teams.
• Driven by passion: A genuine passion for sports, entertainment, and digital media with an interest in innovation, technology, and sustainability.

What's in it for you?

At Formula E, we offer a range of benefits and perks to enable you to make an impact in your role and to support your wellbeing and professional growth.Check out our benefits found here!